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NOTE: This project makes for a shorter necklace so that you can use the rest of your SilverSilk length to make a matching bracelet. All you need to purchase is an additional pair of 3 strand pinch end caps (FCR-7032). The instructions would be the same and you can find the project here.
- To make this project, please watch the video: How to Use SilverSilk Pinch End Caps and Make a Bracelet.
- The video above shows how to make a bracelet, but the exact same technique is used to make the necklace, just braid a longer length. If you do not plan on making a bracelet too, then you can make this necklace quite a bit longer, just keep braiding until you are happy with the necklace length.
- If you plan on making the bracelet too, then do not pre-cut your SilverSilk, just braid your necklace using the full 2 feet lengths of each color and then use your leftover for the bracelet.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
- CHA-10012 - SilverSilk Capture 3mm Copper Knit Wire W/ Silver Ball Chain Core - By The Foot
Project uses 16 inches. You will need 2 packages.
- CHA-10019 - SilverSilk Capture 3mm Silver Knit Over Silver Ball Chain Core - By The Foot
Project uses 16 inches. You will need 2 packages.
- CHA-10014 - SilverSilk Capture 3mm Gold Knit Wire Over Silver Ball Chain Core - By The Foot
Project uses 16 inches. You will need 2 packages.
- FCL-2522 - Beautiful Silver Plated Curved Lobster Clasps 15mm (10)
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.
- FJR-5140 - Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 21 Gauge Thick (100)
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.
- FJR-5170 - Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 7mm 20 Gauge (x100)
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.
- FCR-7032 - SilverSilk Findings 3-Strand Pinch End Caps - Silver Plated 12x12mm (2)
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.
RECOMMENDED TOOLS:- XTL-5600 - Xuron Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - Wire/Soft Flex
- XTL-0074 - Eurotool Nylon Jaw Pliers Chain Nose- For Scratch-Free Wire Work
- XTL-5511 - Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose